{"id":17315,"date":"2026-02-08T04:09:02","date_gmt":"2026-02-08T10:09:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/?p=17315"},"modified":"2026-02-08T04:09:02","modified_gmt":"2026-02-08T10:09:02","slug":"northstar-township-woman-flown-after-sled-crash","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/northstar-township-woman-flown-after-sled-crash\/","title":{"rendered":"Northstar Township: Woman Flown After Sled Crash"},"content":{"rendered":"

Northstar Township<\/strong> (trfnews.i234.me<\/a>) \u2014 A 37-year-old woman from the Duluth area was seriously hurt. The crash happened near Highway 44 in St. Louis County.<\/p>\n

The St. Louis County Sheriff\u2019s Office<\/a> said deputies were called at about 4:17 p.m. The crash was reported on a state snowmobile trail in Northstar Township.<\/p>\n

What happened<\/h2>\n

Deputies said a snowmobile crashed while taking a sharp corner. The passenger was injured in the crash. The driver did not need medical help, authorities said. The sheriff\u2019s office did not release the woman\u2019s name.<\/p>\n

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Northstar Township: Woman Flown After Sled Crash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Rescue and air transport<\/h2>\n

The crash site was far from the highway. First responders used a medical sled to move the woman off the trail. The trip covered a long distance to reach Highway 44.<\/p>\n

An air medical helicopter was waiting near the road. The woman was flown to a Duluth-area hospital. The sheriff\u2019s office did not share her condition.<\/p>\n

Highway 44 impacts<\/h2>\n

Highway 44 was closed for over an hour. The closure allowed crews to work safely on the roadside. It also allowed the helicopter to land and depart.<\/p>\n

Drivers were delayed during the closure. The sheriff\u2019s office thanked people for their patience.<\/p>\n

What we know now<\/h2>\n

Officials have not said what caused the crash. They have not shared speed or trail condition details. No other injuries were reported in the initial release.<\/p>\n

The sheriff\u2019s office may share updates later. You can check for updates through local alerts and official posts.<\/p>\n

Safety reminder<\/h2>\n

Sharp turns can hide bumps and ice. Slow down before corners and trail crossings. Keep space between machines. Stay alert for oncoming riders.<\/p>\n

Wear a DOT-rated helmet and warm layers. Ride with a partner when possible. Review local trail rules before you ride.<\/p>\n

Rural trails can be hard to reach in an emergency. A crash may require a long trip to a landing zone. Riders should carry a charged phone and basic gear. Tell someone your route and return time.<\/p>\n

External resources<\/h2>\n